South Carroll Special School District

🚀 Exciting News: Rocket Fruit Kiosk is Now Open! 🍎🍌🍇 We’re thrilled to announce that the Rocket Fruit Kiosk is officially open for our PK-5th grade students! This fruit cart, located in the elementary hallway, was purchased during December with funds from the Farm to School grant. Starting next month, it will be supported by a USDA Fruit and Vegetable grant, ensuring fresh fruit is available throughout the school year. The fruit is for PK-5th grade students to enjoy at school anytime during the day. According to Mrs. Christie Bennett: "The School Nutrition Department is excited to offer fresh fruits and vegetables to elementary students through our Farm to School grant! This initiative is having a profound impact on students' learning abilities, overall health, and connection to local agriculture." Dr. Lisa Norris added: "It was great to see smiles on the elementary students' faces and fruit in their hands. A special thanks to Mrs. Bennett for going the extra mile and applying for USDA funds to support the Clarksburg Coordinated School Health program." We’re grateful for these grants and everyone’s efforts to make healthy snacks accessible for our students. Thank you for supporting their health and well-being!

Clarksburg Teacher Technology Usage Award Winner Announced! We’re thrilled to recognize Mr. Lance Shavchuck as this semester’s recipient of the Technology Usage Award! This award highlights outstanding use of technology to promote differentiated learning and academic growth. Mr. Shavchuck has gone above and beyond by using innovative technology platforms to engage his fourth-grade students, identify individual academic strengths, and set tailored learning goals. Dr. Lisa Norris shared, "The administration, using a data-driven process, wanted to acknowledge Mr. Shavchuck's exceptional efforts. His use of technology has truly inspired growth and engagement in his classroom, ensuring each student reaches their full potential." Please join us in celebrating Mr. Shavchuck’s dedication to student success and the innovative ways he’s integrating technology into learning.

The CHS HOSA club announces the Christmas Program Fundraiser. Please support our students with your attendance, Friday, December 20th at 6:00 in the old gym. Admission fee $5.00

Angel Tree gifts are expected no later than December 15-18th. All gifts should be individually wrapped; however, if you have your gifts ready now, please drop them off at the Christmas tree in the main lobby of the high school/middle school. If it is not too much trouble, please put all gifts in a large bag (a large trash bag will suffice) with your angel's number affixed to the bag. Thank all of you for making this Christmas brighter for so many of our families. 

December Breakfast Menu

December Lunch Menu

End of Course Exams will be as follows for High School students: December 3 - English 2 December 16 - Algebra 2 and English 2 December 17 - Algebra 2 and English 2 December 18 - Biology

We are incredibly grateful to the congregation at Roan's Creek Church of Christ for helping make this holiday brighter for many of our students. Their generosity through a congregational food drive and donation to our school truly embodies the spirit of Thanksgiving. Special thanks to Mr. Tom Yarbro, who delivered the much-needed food items on behalf of the church. In the picture, you'll see Mrs. Tina Watson, Mrs. Erin Foster, and Mrs. Pam Pritchard, who tirelessly monitor and distribute these items to families in need. According to Dr. Lisa Norris, Director of Schools, “Clarksburg School is thankful to Roan's Creek Church of Christ for putting their Christian actions into service for others.” We salute Roan's Creek Church of Christ for their continuous support of the Rocket Food Pantry and for helping us serve our students. Our local community is truly a blessing, and together, we’re making a difference!

Clarksburg School Honors Mr. Jonathon Banuelos as October Teacher of the Month Clarksburg School proudly recognized Mr. Jonathon Banuelos as the October Teacher of the Month during the South Carroll Special School System's November Board Meeting. Mr. Banuelos, who teaches middle school English/Language Arts to 6th, 7th, and 8th-grade students, was honored for his exceptional teaching, dedication to his students, and positive influence as a colleague. At the meeting, Mr. Banuelos was presented with a certificate of recognition and a gift card, celebrating his outstanding contributions to the school community. He was also photographed with members of the Board of Education. Dr. Lisa Norris, Director of Schools, praised Mr. Banuelos, saying, "Mr. Banuelos is a model teacher and one that is worthy of celebration. His commitment to his students and passion for teaching are evident in everything he does." The Clarksburg School community extends its gratitude to Mr. Banuelos for his dedication and congratulates him on this well-deserved honor.

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The price of all High School Basketball games has been changed to $7. Students get in for free.

Exciting News from Clarksburg School! We are thrilled to share that the Career and Technical Education (CTE) Program at Clarksburg School has taken a giant leap forward with the addition of Rocket Plasma, a state-of-the-art plasma cutter! This hands-on, project-based learning system was made possible through funding secured by Mr. Dewayne Ervin, former CTE Director, via a federal Perkins Extended Grant. According to Dr. Lisa Norris, Director of Schools, Rocket Plasma will provide students with realistic job training and the opportunity to establish a student business enterprise—an incredible initiative to prepare them for future careers! A huge shoutout to community volunteer Mr. Dale Bartholomew for assisting with the placement of Rocket Plasma and supporting this innovative program. Your dedication to our students and school is truly appreciated. Thank you to everyone who continues to invest in the future of our students through education and skill-building programs. Together, we are shaping brighter futures!

Admission to Clarksburg High School Basketball Games for the 2024 - 2025 Season will be $8.00 per person. Clarksburg Students Get In Free

The Middle School Game vs Linden Monday November 18 Will be played in Linden The schedule says it is a home game but it is AWAY.

Mike Fuller visited and shared his book, "The Black Snowboarder" on Tuesday, November 12. Thanks to First Bank for purchasing his books for the library and elementary classrooms.

Today, students and community members gathered at the A.D. Jarrett gym for a powerful Ruby Bridges Walk to School Day. Miss Morgan Peterson shared inspiring insights about Ruby Bridges, whom she recently had the honor of hearing speak. The event highlighted important themes like safe routes, anti-bullying, and anti-discrimination. Throughout the coming week, students can also participate in painting Kindness Rocks, spreading positivity and unity in our school community. Thank you to everyone who joined us in celebrating Ruby Bridges' legacy and promoting kindness, safety, and inclusivity!

From the Clarksburg PTO: (EDITED TIME) The next CPTO meeting is Thursday, November 14 at 6:30 p.m. in the school library. The CPTO is an organization that supports the teachers and students of Clarksburg School. We hold fundraising events and the proceeds go towards many different things including helping teachers buy supplies for their classrooms, giving rewards for honor roll, end of year activities, Dr. Seuss week and much more. Clarksburg School may be a smaller school compared to other schools in the county but it still needs as much support as possible and who better to help than the parents of the students who attend because we care the most about our children’s education and opportunities. We need volunteers to join the CPTO to make the organization stronger than ever before and the more parents that join, the more great ideas and help we’ll receive to help our teachers and students. We hope to see everyone at the meeting!!

📚 Exciting News for Clarksburg School's Library! 📚 We're thrilled to announce that Clarksburg School has been awarded a book grant from the Pilcrow Foundation as part of their mission to support literacy by filling libraries with high-quality books! 🎉 Mrs. Gena Maddox, our school librarian, shared her excitement, saying, "I am very excited about the Pilcrow Foundation's grant. They recognize the importance of rural libraries and understand literacy is the greatest gift we can give our children. I can not wait to chance our student's lives with high quality books!" The foundation has empowered our school to select books that will directly fulfill our library's mission, ensuring that every book will help foster a love for reading among our students. Dr. Lisa Norris, Director of Schools, added, "We are deeply grateful for this award and look forward to using these books to continuously support literacy at Clarksburg School." This grant will open up new worlds and opportunities for our students, helping to make reading a lifelong passion. Thank you, Pilcrow Foundation, for this incredible gift!

Clarksburg Seniors Explore UTM-Parsons Center Our Clarksburg High School seniors had a fantastic opportunity to visit the UTM-Parsons Center. They toured the facilities, attended a Criminal Justice class, and experienced the high-tech Nursing Simulator in action. The day was filled with learning, exploration, and excitement as our students got a firsthand look at new educational opportunities awaiting them. A big thank you to Dr. Deere and Dr. Blount for their insightful presentations and for making our visit memorable. Clarksburg School appreciates your support in guiding our students towards a bright future!

November's Lunch Menu